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Lake Sidney Lanier in Gainesville, GA

Lake Lanier has more than 690 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and unique recreational activities. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s.

 

Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that is authorized for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management.

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Activities available at the lake include picnicking, camping, boating, swimming, hiking, and fishing. Boat ramps, picnic shelters and hiking trails are conveniently located around the lake to make your trip enjoyable.  With more than 100 small islands surrounding the lake there is plenty of opportunity for adventure.

Fishing in Lake Lanier

Lake Lanier Striper Fishing in Gainesville, GA

Northeast Georgia’s Lake Lanier is well known as a productive fishing lake.  It is the premier lake for striped bass fishing in the Southeast and one of the top trophy size striper lakes in the country! Many species of fish thrive in the lake.  The lake has approximately 39,000 surface acres of water at its full level. 

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Although there is little natural cover in the top 1/3 of the lake due to tree clearing during construction, there are trees left standing in the lower portions of the lake as well as brush piles, drop-offs, submerged humps, and rock outcroppings in shallower areas. 

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